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Bircher Muesli

This classic overnight oat dish is a refreshing and nutritious breakfast. Rolled oats are soaked in milk or water and mixed with grated apple, nuts, and dried fruit. It's a simple make-ahead meal perfect for busy mornings.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time
6 hr 10 min
Serves
2
Difficulty
Easy
Per serving
386 kcal
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Vegetarian

Allergen information: may contain gluten, milk, nuts, sulphites, and tree nuts. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Bircher Muesli

Mise en place

Ingredients

Measurements

Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.

  • 1 cuprolled oats
  • 1.5 cupmilk
  • 1 pcsapple, grated
  • 1 tbsplemon juice
  • 1 tbsphoney
  • 2 tbspraisins
  • 2 tbspalmond, slivered

Equipment

grater · bowl

The method

Step by step

  1. 1

    Combine the rolled oats and milk in a medium-sized bowl.

    About 1 min

    Cook’s note: Any type of milk, dairy or non-dairy, works well for this recipe.

  2. 2

    Stir in the grated apple, lemon juice, honey, raisins, and slivered almonds.

    About 2 min

    Cook’s note: The lemon juice helps prevent the apple from browning and adds a nice zest.

  3. 3

    Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight.

    About 6 hr

    Cook’s note: Soaking allows the oats to soften and become creamy.

  4. 4

    Before serving, give the muesli a good stir.

    About 1 min

    Cook’s note: If the muesli is too thick, add a splash more milk to reach your desired consistency.

  5. 5

    Serve cold, optionally topped with fresh fruit or a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Per serving

Nutrition

Calories
386.3kcal
Protein
13.9g
Carbs
64.8g
Fat
9.4g
Fibre
7.6g
Sugar
33g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Store leftover Bircher muesli in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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